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by Brittany Weinstein (LA)
I’m very particular when it comes to my nails (to say the least). And lately, those high standards have meant a more environmentally conscious approach to nail care—an approach that Jenna Hipp, the beauty industry’s foremost “green” manicurist, definitely abides…
Great tips!
Hi erin-cc!
Alright my dear…as you know, choosing a new lipstick can be a huge ordeal and you can spend hours wandering from counter to counter rubbing your lips completely raw trying on new shades. Since I don’t have a picture to work from, I’m want to give you a few tips that might prevent a little premature exfoliation as you head out to find that perfect pink. With your coloring, I would start in the more sheer, but full color gloss-finish lipsticks like Mirabella’s Colour Sheers. (If you want me to be a little more specific, please post a pic here or send one to me at [email protected].)
Before you ask for help, ask yourself these questions…then make sure to share your answers with whoever is helping you at the store. (While most makeup artists know to ask these exact questions, quite a few will fall short so it’s best to be prepared!) I also recommend going somewhere that has a number of brands under one roof and where the same person can help you across all the brands…Nordstrom, Sephora and Ulta are all great for this.
1) What kind of pink you’re thinking about…soft, bright, pale?
2) Do you want a shimmer, matte or satin finish?
3) Do you want a gloss finish or a full-color lipstick?
4) What kind of texture do you prefer? (Some lipsticks can be rather dry, others have a lot of slip.)
If you don’t know the answers to these questions, my suggestion is to go to Sephora or Ulta (if you have one close) and start tying on products from their in-house brands. Typically, they’ll have a ton of colors, textures and finishes in all one place and you’ll be able to test them out easily. Choose a few pinks to try on that appeal to you and then pick 1 or 2 that don’t…you’d be surprised how often it’s the one’s we don’t like in the tube that look the best on us. ;)
Also, don’t be afraid of mass brands like Revlon or Almay. While you can’t try them on in the store, you can ALWAYS return them…just hold on to your receipt! …and don’t buy them until you’ve settled on the actual shade of pink you’re looking for. :)
Please let me know if you have any other questions and do share with us when you find your perfect pink!
Peace, Love & Samples,
Felicity
Thanks so much for the kind words! We’re so happy you love your BB5!!
First, we want to send out a huge THANK YOU to everyone that has followed our blog since its inception earlier this year. Your support means so very much to us and we thank you from the bottom of our beauty-loving little hearts!
Secondly, our Beauty Editor, Felicity, is interested in what you BB5 Beauties want to know about all things beauty. It can be anything from, “What’s your favorite drug store concealer?” to “Which prestige makeup brand has the best foundation?” or even “What products work best to hydrate over-processed hair?” The point is that we want to hear from you!
So comment under the "What’s on your mind?" section of our blog, go to our facebook or even our Twitter and let us know what’s on your mind!
We’re looking forward to hearing from you!!
Peace, Love & Samples,
The Beauty Box 5 Team
Like a number of you out there, I’m heading back to school. It’s my last year of graduate school and as always (and especially with a kiddo doing the same) I’m on a budget. That being the case, here are some of my favorite budget-friendly products that will keep you looking lovely on that shoe string. ;)
Inspired by years of client product requests, total dismay with the ingredients she found in various cosmetics and what she calls a little “divine inspiration,” Krissy Ferro developed a line of 100% pure “eco couture” mineral makeup, created and sourced exclusively in the United States; Ferro Cosmetics. Touting one of the cleanest ingredient lists in makeup, Ferro is cruelty-free, Vegan and void of Parabens, Bismuth and Gluten…making it the perfect line for everyone, especially those with sensitive skin.
Great advice! You should always do your lips before your blush on a daily basis for the same reason!
Yet another AMAZING product has landed on my sample-filled desk and I’m so excited to give you a little preview of Ellis Faas, one of the wonderful brands being showcased in our upcoming August Beauty Box 5!
Check out this great review from one of our favorite blogs, makeuptips-:
Illuminator is one of the main things I use everyday and just about every time I apply makeup I’ll use it, even if I’m not wearing a base like tinted moisturiser or foundation, it just gives my skin that perfect little pick me up and it’s great for faking that “just been on holiday glow”…
While Austin, Texas has typically been known for its world-class music scene, few realize that we’re also an up-and-coming mecca for fashion. So much so that we even have our very own fashion week! This years annual event runs August 10th to the 18th and features designers from Texas (Austin of course), Florida, Nigeria, Argentina and more. There will be amazing clothes, swimwear, jewelry, shoes and accessories gracing the runways at various events across town the entire week! Since I know a fun-filled fashion getaway might not be in everyone’s budget, I wanted to share some of the featured designers on our blog. I’ve also made a few recommendations as to the beauty lines you might like based on each designer. I hope you enjoy!
Get it…un-VEIL-ing? (I know…totally silly…but I had to!) As a complete and total product junkie, I LOVE when new products come across my desk! While some are hits and others misses, I adore getting to share with all of you the great products that finally make their way into Beauty Box 5! The most recent bottle of bliss to make in into my hot little hands is the Bodyography Veil Foundation Primer.
I am a firm believer that exercise should be a staple part of any beauty routine. Exercise leads to less stress and improved circulation, both of which lead to clearer skin! (Not to mention there are like 8 hundred other benefits of exercise!) After personally trying almost every way under the sun to get my fitness on, I think I’ve found the 1…or the 3 for me, barre3!
Ever in need of a little beauty advice? Wondering how to contour your cheek bones? Want to try something new but need a little inspiration? Here are my top 10 websites for all things beauty!
As you know from last weeks blog, I regularly get questions about what colors of eye shadow are best for certain eye colors. This week we’re throwing out the rules and taking a look at some of the most approachable ways to wear brighter eye shadow colors regardless of eye color and skin tone. Are you ready for some color?
So I’ve recently had a lot of questions about the “right” colors of eyeshadow for specific eye colors. In short, I don’t believe there are “right” and “wrong” colors for anyone regardless of eye color. The only real rule I subscribe to is not wearing colors that make your skin tone looks ashy. (So if you have warm golden, olive or blue undertones just be wary of muted hues.) That being said, there are certain eyeshadow colors that actually do highlight or emphasize specific eye colors.
As I’m sure all of you have noticed, eyelash extensions more popular than ever! Unfortunately for me (and for every other working woman out there) these fabulous falsies can get expensive. Don’t be discouraged however…there is an alternative! Glue-on lashes or “strip” lashes are a great, inexpensive answer to those lashes you’re lusting after. After years of applying these falsies to my clients, I know how difficult they can be to put on if you don’t apply them regularly. So, here are some fool-proof tips and tricks for applying both strip and single lashes.
As I am sure most of you have noticed, Beauty Box 5 LOVES natural ingredients! Brands like Weleda, Priti NYC and Lavera are just a few of faves from past boxes and we’re so excited to be introducing you to a whole new set of these natural nurturers in June’s Beauty Box 5!
